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Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 06-21-2022, 03:15 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 14,081
Posted By Boccaccio
Glad the ordeal is over (knocking on wood),...

Glad the ordeal is over (knocking on wood), Stockysnail.

Thank you for the update.

I feel your pain and frustration.

My modified 86 (built engine + HKS SC) will be the last car where I'll...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 04-19-2022, 12:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,786
Posted By Boccaccio
AFAIK from other Toyota products, it should work....

AFAIK from other Toyota products, it should work. I haven't tried it yet since my car is still in storage and haven't found time to tend to her needs :P
...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 04-15-2022, 02:35 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,786
Posted By Boccaccio
Installing the included software onto your laptop...

Installing the included software onto your laptop and connecting the cable from the PC to the OBD port, easy peasy :)
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 02-15-2022, 01:15 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 81,844
Posted By Boccaccio
Thank you for the feedback, Dzmitry :)

Thank you for the feedback, Dzmitry :)
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 02-06-2022, 09:09 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 30,676
Posted By Boccaccio
Hey, Dan Disclaimer: I don't want to...

Hey, Dan

Disclaimer:

I don't want to start a tribology war and I was just stating my experience :)
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I...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 02-04-2022, 02:50 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 30,676
Posted By Boccaccio
Food for thought: EDM GT86, MY2015. ...

Food for thought:

EDM GT86, MY2015.

Setup:

Dialed out custom Stage2 tune (UEL header), 0W_20 (Eneos, ILSAC GF5, API SN), without oil cooler.

Route:
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-25-2022, 04:24 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 14,081
Posted By Boccaccio
+1 on checking for vacuum leaks. ...

+1 on checking for vacuum leaks.

Additionaly,
stockysnail

Are your hoses securely clamped under the Intake Manifold -->

https://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=109444

EDIT:...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-17-2022, 10:41 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 14,081
Posted By Boccaccio
No problem :) It's usually the "little...

No problem :)

It's usually the "little things" that bite you in the "behind" :P

Hope that stockysnail fixes his problem and that the solution is a simple gasket replacement/rejuvenation.
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-16-2022, 05:20 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 14,081
Posted By Boccaccio
A leak at the overpipe-header will introduce a...

A leak at the overpipe-header will introduce a small bit of oxygen into the system due to exhaust gas reversion and will increase the LTFT values at idle and low throttle input (usually driving in...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-14-2022, 02:14 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 14,081
Posted By Boccaccio
I used a nitrile glove, taped (painters tape)...

I used a nitrile glove, taped (painters tape) around the other exhaust tip.

Once you turn on the shop-vac, prepare to laugh :P
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-14-2022, 12:59 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 14,081
Posted By Boccaccio
I had a similiar issue. High LTFT below 1400~1600...

I had a similiar issue. High LTFT below 1400~1600 and when idling.

Cause was a small exhaust leak in the header - overpipe connection. Remflex gaskets fixed the issue.

Used a shop-vac and...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 01-13-2022, 02:27 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 12,291
Posted By Boccaccio
chipmunk I will buy you a 6-pack of beer...

chipmunk

I will buy you a 6-pack of beer (via paypal, your choice of brand/flavour) if you make a review of the FelPro oil pan gasket :D

Been considering using the gasket instead of RTV for...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 01-09-2022, 06:07 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 38,706
Posted By Boccaccio
Hey, Tatsu333 Another option to consider is...

Hey, Tatsu333

Another option to consider is the Aros exhaust.

Also from Italy and extremely popular among the IT 86/BRZ community.

You can mount the stock tips onto the catback, no issue. ...
Forum: Forced Induction 10-19-2021, 07:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 849
Posted By Boccaccio
Here you go Kevin :) 11810AA141 ...

Here you go Kevin :)

11810AA141

https://parts.subaru.com/p/Subaru__/PCV-Valve-Valve-Complete-Control/62881234/11810AA141.html

Once you remove the stock FA20 PCV Valve, you'll see how soft...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) — General Topics 10-14-2021, 07:25 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 18,893
Posted By Boccaccio
For those who plan to replace the front...

For those who plan to replace the front suspension knuckles, I've found a post on minkara.carview, where they already swapped the aluminium versions onto a 1st gen BRZ/86:
...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 07-27-2021, 07:50 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,052
Posted By Boccaccio
Food for thought: ...

Food for thought:

https://auto.jepistons.com/blog/how-to-break-in-an-engine

"In WOT dyno testing, likely the rings are seated by the end of the first few runs"

And a screenshot I made from...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 06-16-2021, 07:19 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 16,174
Posted By Boccaccio
Just an FYI, my case: MY2015, Europe Spec...

Just an FYI, my case:

MY2015, Europe Spec GT86

Header (Gruppe-S) + Drop-in Filter (Cosworth) + custom Stage 2 NA UEL Tune + no oil cooler + 0W_20 Eneos engine oil (API SN, Ilsac GF-5)
...
Forum: Forced Induction 05-14-2021, 12:56 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,431
Posted By Boccaccio
Congrats :) Enjoy it!!

Congrats :)

Enjoy it!!
Forum: Forced Induction 05-04-2021, 01:46 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,431
Posted By Boccaccio
FYI HKS recommends a 40 weight engine oil: ...

FYI

HKS recommends a 40 weight engine oil:

https://www.hks-power.co.jp/en/product_db/supercharger/db/20246 (under installation notice)

Here, in Europe, specifically in Germany, most HKS GT...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 04-12-2021, 09:01 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 16,101
Posted By Boccaccio
I guess they will probably reduce the high air...

I guess they will probably reduce the high air pressure build-up in the front wheel well.

Reducing the high P inside the well could lead to more air being sucked into the "brake area" thus...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 04-12-2021, 09:01 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 16,101
Posted By Boccaccio
I guess they will probably reduce the high air...

I guess they will probably reduce the high air pressure build-up in the front wheel well.

Reducing the high P inside the well could lead to more air being sucked into the "brake area" thus...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 04-09-2021, 01:47 AM
Replies: 701
Views: 220,009
Posted By Boccaccio
Whooah, that escalated quickly :O :rolleyes: ...

Whooah, that escalated quickly :O :rolleyes:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YpuRcmPnSTM
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-16-2021, 04:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,609
Posted By Boccaccio
It's a threaded hole used for fixing appropriate...

It's a threaded hole used for fixing appropriate engine hangers when removing the engine assembly from the engine bay and is right next to the main oil gallery plug/hole.

Source of the oil?
...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 02-03-2021, 02:05 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,765
Posted By Boccaccio
CO and CO2 poisoning would only be a concern if...

CO and CO2 poisoning would only be a concern if you would run your car inside a sealed area/space (running the car in a garage with the windows down).

A more pressing issue are out of spec fuel...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 01-26-2021, 02:04 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,765
Posted By Boccaccio
Plumbus, Take a look at Remflex exhaust...

Plumbus,

Take a look at Remflex exhaust gaskets.

Being a thick graphite-steel-woven mesh matrix gasket, it can compensate for any uneeven surfaces, T-expansion, etc. Once you torque them to...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 10-29-2020, 02:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,868
Posted By Boccaccio
I did :) MY15 engine, spun rod bearing on #1...

I did :)

MY15 engine, spun rod bearing on #1 rod. Rebuilt (heads re-surfaced and water blast cleaned) with a new 17+ factory short block, FA20DIT conrods and some other mods:
...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs) 10-06-2020, 07:36 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,205
Posted By Boccaccio
I could 3D scan your part, reverse engineer it,...

I could 3D scan your part, reverse engineer it, make a mirror copy out of it and print it out via an SLS printer (an FDM print - most commonly used and available tech - will be too fragile in the...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 09-18-2020, 01:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,951
Posted By Boccaccio
Either way, you'll be getting a quality...

Either way, you'll be getting a quality suspension kit.

Racecomp has been a very strong/positive community supporter and contributor and I wouldn't mind the increased price difference.

In...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 09-16-2020, 01:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,951
Posted By Boccaccio
Since you're from the states, I would rather get...

Since you're from the states, I would rather get my hands on Racecomp Engineering SS1:

https://www.racecompengineering.com/super-street-1-brz-frs-86.html

Basically an ST XTA which received some...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 09-15-2020, 01:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,951
Posted By Boccaccio
I have them installed on my 86. Have a look...

I have them installed on my 86.

Have a look at the RaceComp SS1 thread. My experience corresponds to those in that thread, albeit the valving is not the same, and the spring rates.

You get a...
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